This feature is particularly useful for those who prefer a more comfortable typing experience or have smaller hands.
However, sometimes thesplit keyboardfeature may become disabled or less responsive, causing frustration for users.
So, lets get started and fix that split keyboard!
What is a split keyboard on a Samsung tablet?
The split keyboard feature provides a wide range of benefits.
Firstly, it can enhance typing speed and accuracy by allowing users to reach keys more comfortably.
Its worth noting that not all Samsung tablets have the split keyboard feature enabled by default.
Some models may require users to manually enable it in the tablets options.
Why would you want to fix a split keyboard?
If youre experiencing unresponsiveness or slow performance, fixing the split keyboard can restore its functionality.
This can include issues like misplaced or misplaced keys, overlapping keys, or other graphical glitches.
Fixing these errors will help restore the split keyboard to its proper functioning.
Heres how you might check:
1.
Tap on a text input field to bring up the on-screen keyboard.
Look closely at the keyboard layout.
Tap and hold the keyboard icon until additional options appear.
From the options that appear, select Split keyboard or a similar option to initiate the split keyboard feature.
If the split keyboard is enabled:
3.
Once disabled, the keyboard will return to the standard full-sized layout without a gap in the middle.
Heres how:
1.
Open an app with a text input field to bring up the on-screen keyboard.
Ensure that the split keyboard is enabled.
If not, refer to the previous section to enable it.
From the options that appear, select Keyboard parameters or a similar option.
In the keyboard controls menu, you may find an option called Keyboard size or Split keyboard size.
Move the slider or select your preferred keyboard size option.
Once youve selected your preferred keyboard size, tap Done or Apply to save the changes.
Now, take a moment to test out the new keyboard size by typing a few sentences.
Heres how to reset the keyboard prefs:
- kick off the tweaks app on your Samsung tablet.
Scroll down and tap on General Management or a similar option.
Look for and tap on Language and Input or a similar option.
In the Language and Input parameters, locate and tap on On-screen keyboard or Virtual keyboard.
You will see a list of available keyboards.
Tap on the keyboard that you have been using (e.g., Samsung Keyboard).
In the keyboard options, look for an option called Reset options or Reset to default.
A confirmation prompt will appear, informing you that resetting the keyboard options will erase any personalized data.
If youre certain about resetting, tap Reset or OK to proceed.
Now, you might explore the split keyboard again, starting with the default controls.
In many cases, a simple restart can resolve temporary glitches and restore the keyboards responsiveness.
Experiment with different sizes and go for the one that positions the keys properly without any overlapping.
Look for options related to auto-correct or predictive text and toggle them off or customize them to your preference.
Updates often include bug fixes and performance improvements that can enhance the overall responsiveness of the keyboard.
